State preservation official outlines CLG program and grant opportunities for Bothell

Oct 15, 2026

Michelle Thompson of Washington’s Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation described the Certified Local Government program, explained why National Register status is honorary, and highlighted CLG and cemetery grant opportunities (typically $2,000–$25,000).

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Michelle Thompson, the state’s Certified Local Government coordinator, briefed the Landmark Preservation Board on Oct. 14 about the roles of state and federal preservation programs and how local design review and local registers deliver practical protections.

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